Endodontic Specialist in Waterville ME

Welcome to Apex Endodontics. We consider it a privilege when dentists refer their patients to our practice. We honor this trust by providing you with prompt attention, high-quality care, and most of all, respect. Your dentist has referred you to our practice because we can help save your tooth and alleviate your pain. Waterville ME Endodontist Dr. Kim has the knowledge, experience, and technology to achieve the best possible outcome and to make it an anxiety-free experience.

Our goal is to make your visit as pleasant and efficient as possible. Please call our office at (207) 877-2200 and a patient care coordinator will book an appointment most appropriate for your needs, such as a consultation, an emergency visit, or a routine treatment visit.

Why an Endodontist in Waterville ME?

Endodontists are dental specialists who save teeth from extraction by performing root canal therapy. Deep within the tooth lies an intricate network of nerve fibers and small blood vessels. Progressive tooth decay, cracks, or trauma can cause this tissue to become inflamed or infected. This condition is usually painful, and it can quickly threaten the tooth. Root canal (endodontic) therapy is the alternative to removing the tooth. With tooth removal, chewing can often be difficult, and it can cause unwanted changes to your smile.

Dr. Kim accomplishes root canal therapy in one or two visits and will administer local anesthetics so that you will remain relaxed throughout the procedure. Once you are comfortable, Dr. Kim will clean, shape, and seal the root canal space.

When your treatment is complete, we will forward a report to your dentist’s office where you will return for the placement of a permanent filling or crown. This teamwork between our Dr. Kim and your dentist will ultimately result in bringing your tooth back to its normal appearance and function.

Your Visit

Basic Information

Our goal is to make your visit as pleasant and efficient as possible. Please call our office and a patient care coordinator will book an appointment most appropriate for your needs, such as a consultation, an emergency visit, or a routine treatment visit. Prior to treatment, all patients and parents of minors are required to complete a medical history form.

Please complete the online form and submit it electronically ahead of time. Besides this information, we ask that you bring to your first appointment a list of all medications you are taking. If you’ve been advised by your physician or dentist to use antibiotic pre-medication for any medical conditions, please be sure to follow all pre-medical instructions prior to your visit.

If you have dental insurance, our office staff will gladly confirm your coverage, advise you of your estimated benefits, and inform you of an estimated co-pay amount. Following your treatment, we will complete and submit the appropriate forms to your insurance company to achieve the maximum reimbursement to which you are entitled. Your estimated copay, as well as payment for any procedures not covered by your insurance, is expected to be paid at the time of treatment. Please call us at any time if you have any questions or concerns.

Precise Diagnosis, Faster Treatment

Our reputation for clinical skill and professionalism has led local dentists to refer their patients to our practice. We work in an environment that meets the highest standards of sterilization and cleanliness advised by the American Dental Association, the CDC, and OSHA.

We are proud to feature:

• Electronic Health Records (EHR), which streamline communication and provide better security.
• Magnifying telescopes and surgical microscopes that allow Dr. Kim to correct previously undetectable problems, thereby greatly improving the likelihood of a successful outcome.
• The latest in digital x-rays, which provide an 80% reduction in radiation exposure compared to standard dental film.
• Instant image viewing, allowing immediate analysis of your case and better illustration when we explain your prognosis and treatment plan.
• 3D Cone-Beam CT Imaging improving diagnostic speed, accuracy, and ultimately, outcome.
• Secure Email and Secure Contact to protect patient information.
• Different treatment modalities to manage dental anxiety.